Microbiology Lab Supervisor- Casa Grande, AZ

Thornton Tomasetti; Casa Grande (AZ); Presencial; USD 61 000 - 123 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Free medical coverage in HIP PPO plan

Excellent retirement savings with high

Tuition reimbursement

Freedom 2 Save student debt program

FreeU education benefit

Resumo da oferta

Abbott in Casa Grande, AZ, is seeking a Micro Supervisor to direct the Plant Microbiology QA Laboratory operations, including environmental monitoring and microbial testing across raw materials, in-process and finished products. Lead CAPA, ensure method adherence, and guide staff in quality and safety programs within the Nutrition division.

The role partners with QA, Manufacturing, Engineering and Regulatory to meet project goals, with duties spanning recruitment, performance reviews and growth

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related field.
• Technical knowledge of sterilization methods, microbial physiology, and aseptic handling.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and microbiological testing.

Responsabilidades

• Implement and maintain the quality system.
• Ensure budgetary and staff resources are met.
• Provide microbial support for retort, powder, and aseptic lines.
• Develop microbiological guidelines and specifications with division staff.
• Ensure compliance with procedures related to quality, regulatory, safety and HR.
• Coach, develop and mentor staff; conduct performance reviews.

Conhecimentos

Supervisory experience

Microbiology knowledge

Quality system understanding

Biochemical characterization

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or Microbiology

Master's Degree in Food Science or Microbiology (preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life‑changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Micro Supervisor is responsible for supervising the operation of the Plant Microbiology QA Laboratories, which is comprised of the following functions: Environmental Monitoring Program, including equipment swabs, air samples, retort cooling water, ingredient water, and product samples; biochemical characterization and identification; raw material, in-process, and finished product testing; ensuring methods and procedures are appropriately followed; ensuring CAPA activities are followed through to completion; providing direction and technical expertise to Microbiology Laboratory personnel and to the plant; and providing leadership during problem solving situations related to microbial issues.

Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life.

You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our nutrition business develops science‑based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

What You’ll Work On

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Manages to ensure budgetary and staff requirements are properly met.
• Provides product and manufacturing microbial support for retort, powder, and aseptic lines.
• Interfaces with division personnel in the development of microbiological guidelines and specifications.
• Assures compliance to all procedures and policies concerning all areas of quality, regulatory, safety and human resources for all reporting departments.
• Coaches, develops, and mentors employees in areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for recruitment, selection, development and retention of employees.
• Conducts performance reviews.
• Develops growth plans.
• Interprets, implements and supports employee-related policies, procedures and programs.
• Assigns projects/tasks to direct staff.
• Develops and administers a technically sound Environmental Monitoring program, updating as appropriate.
• Leads problem solving efforts related to microbial issues.
• Directs plant initiated microbiological certification activities resulting from new or modified manufacturing facilities or processes.
• Interfaces with Division and Corporate QA, Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, Regulatory Affairs and Purchasing to ensure timely completion of project activities.
• Provides technical guidance and support to plant.
• Assures lab test results reflect compliance to plant, division, and corporate guidelines and procedures.
• Assures test methods are followed.
• Attends plant Management Review meetings to communicate and oversee microbiological issues.
• You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related area.
• The position requires technical knowledge related to sterilization methods, microbial physiology, biochemical characterization of microbial isolates, disinfection/sanitization methods, and a strong understanding of aseptic handling procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Food Science or Microbiology (preferred but not required).
• Two years experience in Microbiology testing methods and techniques plus two years Supervisory experience (preferred).
• Shift Night Shift – 6:00pm to 6:00am – rotating schedule, every other weekend off – training will be on day shift.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 – $122,700.00

• JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing
• DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
• LOCATION: United States > Casa Grande : Plant
• ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
• WORK SHIFT: Standard
• TRAVEL: No
• MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No
• SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
  • Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
  • Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)
  • Routine work with chemicals
  • Wear ear plugs
  • Work in a clean room environment
  • Work in noisy environment
  • Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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